Lions' Suh Fined 100K For Hit

Published on September 11 2013 6:24 am
Last Updated on September 11 2013 6:24 am
Written by Millie Lange

(New York, NY) -- The NFL is sending Detroit Lions defensive tackle Ndamukong Suh a message. The league has fined Suh 100-thousand-dollars for his unnecessary roughness penalty in Detroit's 34-24 win over the Minnesota Vikings Sunday. The two-time Pro Bowler was flagged after he blindsided Vikings center John Sullivan with a hit to the knees. It's Suh's fifth fine for a "dirty play" in four seasons.

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Articles Allege Improprieties In Oklahoma State Football Program

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